2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
